Industrial Security Specialist - McKinney, TX

Date Posted:

2026-04-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WA ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING A BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

The Industrial Security Specialist will support the Personnel Security team by interpreting and applying DoD policies, guidance, and procedures in alignment with company policy to ensure compliance across a large cleared employee population. This role is integral to maintaining personnel security requirements throughout the full clearance lifecycle.

Core responsibilities include conducting indoctrinations and debriefings for DoD accesses, verifying citizenship, processing personnel clearances,

submitting visit requests, preparing adverse and reportable submissions, and

performing all actions necessary to support cradle‑to‑grave clearance management. Additional duties include assisting with the identification of security risks and contributing to the implementation of effective and efficient mitigation solutions.

This is an entry‑level, salaried professional contributor role reporting to the Local Site Security (LSS) Manager for day‑to‑day activities. The position is based on site at the McKinney, TX facility.

What You Will Do

• Administering the security procedures, as they relate to operating in a classified environment: Clearance Processing and Management, Clearance Verifications, Classified Visit Processing, Fingerprinting, and DISS Updates
• Investigate security infractions/violations and prepare reports specifying the potential for loss or compromised and the associated risk to classified information (e.g., Adverse Information Report Writing)
• Provide customer service to employees related to personnel security questions and actions (e.g., Travel Reporting, Self-Reporting)
• Work in a fast-paced schedule driven program with little management oversite

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field
• Experience with Microsoft products

Qualifications We Prefer

• Degree in Business Management, Security and/or Risk Management, Government Policy, Information Management, Criminal Justice, or other related fields of study.
• Experience in Personnel Security
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills; working knowledge of Access Commander and E-security along with Microsoft Office Products
• At least 4 years of National Security Experience preferred; administrative and office management background skills.
• Related training to Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) including Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC)

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• This position is not eligible for Relocation assistance

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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